Chaya (Tea House)
When I was a kid I was never fond of Japanese food, all i thought was Japanese food was all raw
But after my Japan Trip in 2007 (ages and ages, so when's the next), I learned to love Japanese <food>
So here is my CANDY for CHAYA Baguio
** Chaya is located in Legarda Road cor Dr. Carino Drive (near Europa Condominiums)
Chaya is the most notable Japanese joint that I have eaten in Baguio, there was one before [Kamimura] behind Sizzling Plate but this was ages ago (high school, college days, 2000s)
Chaya is owned by a Japanese lady (forgot her name) , and the food is authentic Japanese, the scent
and smell of the food reminds me of Kobe and Hyogo, No pretentions cooking, its traditional Japanese with
a modern touch. Comfort and filling, dont be fooled by the portions, it is enough for two, but its heavy on flavor, and should be eaten pleasurably and in pace, at the end filling with satisfaction. NO Hypes, true Japanese FOOD!
Well anyway here are some FOOD candies from Chaya
Yakitori - Filling with Rice, cheap @ 150++
Dessert (Order the Green Tea Ice Cream with Fruits - Heavenly) 120++
Beek Sukiyaki and Rice (300++, 50++ with Miso Soup) Buttery Sweet
Sukiyaki, surprises the pallete, and generously portioned
And the Rice with the Japanese Seasoning + Kikkoman, more flavors!
Fish - Catch of the Day, this is Mackerel, they too have Tuna or Salmon
(Price varies)
SO why CHAYA is my first Baguio Food Candy post? Its my favorite Japanese Joint even North of Manila, place is clean, place is HOMEY (it is an old Baguio Home made of Lumber and Wood)
Value is the best, One suggestion: RESERVE!!! place is packed on weekends and evenings! Parking at the front can accommodate about 6 cars. I Hope they ADD more items in their Menu too, I also love the Chicken Karage, Tuna Sashimi, THE CHAYA SALAD = best dressing! (if you are into salads - dressing is Passion Fruit + Local Baguio Fruits: Strawberry, Oranges, and even Blueberries from Sagada!) .
Average Visit: Once a Month.
Bill: Splurge a little on pleasure :)
